Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The dawn of August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C), subtly contrasting with July's 85.6°F (29.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in August.Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
In Higginsville, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
In Higginsville, Missouri, in August, during 13 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Higginsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Higginsville, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (13.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Higginsville, MO
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
Higginsville, Missouri, USA
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